Western Technical College El Paso: Review & Facts

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Western Technical College El Paso is a small two-year, private for-profit school with 1,330 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1970 and is one of the 10 colleges located in El Paso, Texas.

Academic Offerings

Western Technical College El Paso will give you the opportunity to get a 1-year certificate, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree.

Majors
Offered
6
Western Technical College follows a continuous curriculum calendar system and provides 6 majors. The most popular concentrations are Industrial Technologies, Automotive and Mechanic, Welding, HVAC, and Medical Assistant. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a positive sign. However, if you would like to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Western Technical College El Paso is low at 55% (way below Texas average). Taking this statistic into consideration, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
55%
Bad
The graduation rate at Western Technical College is low - 46%.

Student to faculty ratio at Western Technical College is a bit disappointing -- 30:1. Learn more regarding faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
85%
As reported in recent government data, 232 applications were submitted and 197 were accepted, so it is easy to get admitted at this school.

This school might accept dual credits and credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities) for admission.

Dual Credits
Accepted
Yes
The undergraduate application fee at Western Technical College is $100.00.

To receive the most accurate and up-to-date information about enrolling to Western Technical College El Paso and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call this school's general information office at (915) 532-3737 or check Western Technical College El Paso Website.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,500
Medium
Western Technical College provides evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Western Technical College, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
A
Safe
Western Technical College provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 300 students, which offers a good on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low, roughly $4,500 per year.

Based on the college crime information, Western Technical College seems to be a safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Western Technical College El Paso Location and Address

Postal Address:
Western Technical College El Paso
9624 Plaza Circle
El Paso, Texas
79927, USA
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